Minister Choi Hwi-young will meet with young cultural artists at Art Korea Lab in Jongno, Seoul, at 2 p.m. on August 12, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
During the meeting, Minister Choi plans to hear firsthand about the realities faced by young cultural artists in their creative processes, including creation, performance, and planning, and to explore necessary policies and support directions.
Eleven young artists will attend the gathering, including orchestra members, traditional music creators, theater actors, visual artists, university students majoring in arts, independent film directors, indie game developers, webtoon creators, indie band members, and entrepreneurs in the arts and content sectors.
Participants will freely share their experiences, achievements, challenges, and the support they need moving forward.
Minister Choi stated, “It is crucial to listen candidly to the concerns young people face in the cultural and artistic fields and to incorporate these insights into policy. Based on the discussions from this meeting, we plan to continuously establish a support system that allows young cultural artists to challenge themselves and grow.”
Additionally, during his inauguration last year, Minister Choi referenced the late Kim Min-ki, who dedicated his life to nurturing young artists while running a theater in Seoul's Daehangno, saying, “I will serve as a 'seedbed' to help young cultural and sports figures grow freely.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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